Tuareg jewelry
Origin of the Tuareg
The Tuareg or "the inhabitants of Targa" (referring to the Lebanese region of the Sahara) are a nomadic ethnic group that belongs to the Berber peoples, represented by the countries of Libya, Niger, Algeria, Mali, and Burkina Faso.
Your name was given by the Arabs, who considered them "abandoned by God" before their conversion to Islam. Depending on the tribe, each group is called differently, but all are regarded as equal, share the same way of life, values, and a common language: Tamasheq, which is endangered as current children in schools are learning Arabic or French.
The Tuareg families are dedicated to agriculture and livestock farming, raising camels and goats for their own subsistence. Their religion is Muslim, but they do not strictly adhere to it, as Ramadan is not compatible with their nomadic lifestyle, which hinders them from fasting.
Your houses, which consist of sewn leather shops, are characterized by printed Designs with geometric motifs aus.
A striking factor is the role of women, who have a strong authority in the camp, as men are often not active as shepherds, merchants, or warriors. In general, women can write and even participate in the councils and assemblies of the tribe. Women have great freedom; marriage is only concluded when a woman accepts a man, and the man must additionally present a dowry (such as livestock) along with the request of his father-in-law.
Die Tuareg are well known to be the descendants of exiles from Egypt 2000 years ago and are also called the "blue men," "lords of the desert," or "men of the veil," as both men and women use a veil in indigo blue or black called Litan. Thanks to this addition, they can protect themselves from the heat, which can reach 50-60 ºC in summer.
You are the heirs of a region that was once a paradise of green meadows and inhabited by men and women who adorned their cultural images with paintings, artworks, and jewelry that have become world-famous.
If Western cultures continue to exploit Sahara areas and resources, they will end minority cultures like that of the Tuareg. The Tuaregs are a very environmentally friendly people; they are more aware than anyone else of the limits of their habitat and their extinction.
The discovery of wealth in the underground of the Sahara has prompted various states to implement a policy of control and occupation of the territory by industrial machines in a sensitive ecosystem.
It is estimated that there are currently around 500,000 Tuareg in Africa, occupying a very large desert area between Algeria, Mali, Libya, and Niger. If the governments with interests in the Sahara succeed in carrying out their projects for the exploitation and invasion of oil, it is very likely that this historical ethnic group will gradually disappear.
What can be done to protect the Tuareg? Various social groups promote a return to traditional values with an adaptation to the present world or the creation of new formulas that protect us from the blurred dynamics of Western states.
Currently, children with a pronounced fate go to school to learn about Western culture, young people join the army, and others emigrate. Many of them are now starting businesses that allow them to adopt a new style of nomadism, as is the case with tourism agencies that are very numerous in the Sahara, thus also leveraging the success of Western societies: the vision of the Tuaregs as "desert warriors." A new way to be nomadic, as another activity would be like denying oneself. To assert oneself or to be overshadowed seems to be your only alternative...
Tuareg Jewelry Meaning
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The Tuareg crosses are the most representative symbol among their handcrafted pieces, which are now in Tuareg necklaces, pendants, and earrings The vast majority of these pieces consist of Brass and Silver, whose printed designs are geometric shapes, the meaning of which depends on the Tuareg tribe to which they refer. Tuareg crosses were originally used as a means of identification, similar to the passport, which relates to more than 40 Tuareg families. The names of the crosses, the same as those of the tribes, are derived from the names of the oases, mountains, and population groups of the Sahara.
Types of Tuareg crosses:
Ingal
Air
Abalak
Tahoua
In-Gall
Bilma
Attachment
Karaga
Madaqua
Tilya
Crip Crip
Iferwane
Bagzan
Zinder
and many more, whose symbols and meanings you can find in the Museum of African Art.
The Tuareg cross is the most important symbol of Tuareg culture. But there are many others! Discover original ones here. Tuareg Jewelry
Meaning of Tuareg Amulets
These crosses symbolize the Southern Cross as a guide for the four cardinal points in the Sahara according to the position of the stars. The complete illustration refers to the constellations that appear on desert nights.
The Tuareg, both men and women, use Necklaces as a symbol of luck, which is passed from parents to children. The cross that ends at a point symbolizes human energy, and the cross that ends in a round or semicircular shape symbolizes female energy. The Chains, which both bear symbols, represent the union of both energies. They have also been frequently used to remove the evil eye and attract positive energy for anyone who carries it. Experts assure that the Tuareg cross strengthens personal self-confidence and self-esteem, and additionally attracts happiness to ward off all evil and danger.
In summary, the Tuareg cross contained a navigation system that was connected to the protection of its ancestors, to solidify the purpose of a good journey.
The material from which these crosses are made is called "Tuareg silver". The different crosses vary in size depending on the model, approximately 6 cm in size depending on the model, and the Necklace consists of pearls and black leather cord with a length of approximately 35 cm.
Which Buy Tuareg jewelry? You can find the Tuareg creations in African craft stores. At KOOMPLIMENTS, you have a wide selection of JewelryWe invite you to discover:
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